The term “the Church of Scientology” is a term of convenience used to refer to all of the separate and distinct legal corporations that are referred to as “churches” and “organizations” within the Scientology ecclesiastical hierarchy. Example: If you sign a contract for religious services with the Flag Service Organization you agree to the following:

2.RTC is also a Scientology church, and, it is legally separate and distinct from all other Scientology churches.

3. CST is also a Scientology church, and, it is legally separate and distinct from all other Scientology churches.

4. Every Scientology church is legally separate and distinct from all other Scientology churches.